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Disney+ Reaches 10 Million Subscribers Within First Day of Launch

Disney's new streaming service Disney+ signs up 10 million users just after its debut, despite experiencing technical difficulties from high demand.

Pixel 4 Impresses With Camera Upgrades As Netflix Raises $2 Billion

Google's latest Pixel 4 earns praise for its advanced camera capabilities, though questions remain about its premium pricing strategy. Meanwhile, Netflix secures two billion dollars in debt to combat upcoming streaming rivals, and NordVPN confirms a recent security breach.

Netflix Profits Surge in Q3 Despite Slowing US Subscriber Growth

Netflix beats earnings expectations with $1.47 per share, but struggles with domestic subscriber growth following recent price hikes.

Hulu Launches Offline Viewing Feature Years After Competitors

Hulu finally introduces a download feature for offline viewing, though it currently restricts access to iOS users on the ad-free plan. The streaming service allows up to 25 downloaded titles per account, with Android support arriving soon.

Tesla V10 Update Brings Smart Summon, Streaming Apps, and In-Car Karaoke

Tesla releases its V10.0 software update, equipping vehicles with the advanced Smart Summon driving feature and a variety of new entertainment options like Netflix and Spotify. The upgrade transforms parked cars into mobile theaters and karaoke lounges for owners.

Amazon's Fleabag and HBO's Game of Thrones Dominate Emmy Awards

Amazon's Fleabag wins four major Emmy awards including Best Comedy Series, while HBO retakes the overall lead with Game of Thrones winning Best Drama Series.

Streaming Services Dominate 2019 Emmy Awards Across All Categories

Streaming platforms like Amazon Prime and Netflix dominate the 2019 Emmy Awards, with interactive media also making history. HBO still leads the overall victory count despite the strong internet-based competition.

Netflix Snags Global Streaming Rights to Seinfeld Ahead of Major Library Losses

Netflix acquires the worldwide streaming rights to all 180 episodes of Seinfeld, with the classic sitcom arriving on the platform in 2021. This massive deal helps fill the impending void left by the upcoming departures of heavily watched shows like The Office and Friends.

Apple TV+ Arrives November 1 at $4.99 Monthly, Free Year With New Devices

Apple sets a November 1 launch date for its streaming service, undercutting competitors with a $4.99 per month price tag. Customers who purchase new Apple hardware receive a full year of access for free.

Apple Enters Streaming Wars With $4.99 TV+ Service

Apple launches its Apple TV+ video-streaming service at $4.99 a month, undercutting competitors like Netflix. The tech giant also unveils three new iPhones as it shifts focus toward services amid slowing device sales.

Netflix Tests Human-Driven Collections to Enhance Content Discovery

Netflix is experimenting with a Collections feature on iOS that relies on human curators instead of algorithms to recommend TV shows and movies. The editorial groupings allow users to follow specific categories and receive tailored notifications.

Kevin Smith Teams With Netflix for Anime He-Man Sequel Series

Filmmaker Kevin Smith is helming a new anime series for Netflix called Masters of the Universe: Revelation, which continues the storyline of the classic 1980s cartoon.

Disney Announces $12.99 Monthly Streaming Bundle to Rival Netflix

Disney bundles its upcoming Disney+ service with ESPN+ and ad-supported Hulu for $12.99 per month. This combined price directly matches Netflix's standard U.S. plan while saving customers roughly $5.

Netflix Drops $16 Billion in Value After First US Subscriber Loss in Eight Years

Netflix shares plummet as the streaming giant experiences its first domestic paid subscriber loss since 2011. The company misses global growth expectations despite beating quarterly earnings estimates.